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Royal Berkshire Hospital would love to hear your views on a new hospital
They have an opportunity to develop a masterplan, or blueprint, for an amazing hospital, designed and organised from the ground up. This is the...
Important information regarding this year’s flu vaccination and how it will be delivered
This year it's more important than ever to get your flu jab. Flu brings misery to people who are in otherwise good health but for the elderly, the...
Wellbeing support line for health, social care workers and volunteers
Samaritans have launched confidential support lines for health and social care workers and volunteers based in England and Wales. The support lines...
COVID-19 Testing Availability
Call 119 if you would like to make an appointment or book a test online . The testing services are extremely busy at this time. We know this is frustrating for those struggling to get a COVID-19 test and we have shared your concerns. Please only try to book an appointment if you have symptoms.
COVID-19 Testing
We have been receiving an increase in the number of queries regarding COVID-19 testing. Based on your questions we have put together the following frequently asked questions. Who should get an NHS COVID-19 test? If you have symptoms, get a test as soon as possible. You need to get the test done in...
Age Concern Windsor - Meals on Wheels
Age Concern Windsor meals on wheels service supports older people and their carers in Windsor. Age Concern Windsor set up a meals on Wheels service for Windsor in April and have secured some funding from the National Lottery Community Fund and the Government that will allow them to provide a...
Independent Living Survey
Shaping Our Lives are running an Independent Living Survey. The survey is part of their research to find out what longer term impacts on independent living have been caused for d/Deaf and Disabled people by Covid 19 emergency policies and lockdown. Please note, this survey is only for completion by...
PPE - What should a care worker visiting your home wear?
This Government resource outlines personal protective equipment (PPE) advice for health and social care workers working in the community. You can use this to check and be reassured that the support workers visiting your homes to help look after you or those you care for are wearing the correct PPE...
CQC adult inpatient survey results
Find the results for your local trust . CQC asked over 75,000 people who stayed in hospital for at least one night during July 2019 about their care. They found that the majority of people asked were happy with the care they received, had confidence in the doctors and nurses treating them and felt...
Have you left hospital during COVID-19? Tell us your experience
To respond to coronavirus, our hospitals had to quickly change. Tell us how this has affected the care you or your loved one has received. If you've been receiving care in hospital there can be lots to think about when you're getting ready to leave, such as any support you will need to help you...
Over 60% of people in the South East ready to help improve health and social care after coronavirus
Received from the Care Quality Commission New research from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Healthwatch England shows that 65% of people in the South East say they are more likely to take steps to improve health and social care services since the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). In...
COVID-19 testing site in Slough
Call 119 if you would like to make an appointment or book a test online Update - This is not a walkin centre at this time, please make sure you have booked an appointment. The testing services are extremely busy at this time, please only try to book an appointment if you have symptoms.
Cold Callers and Doorstep Rogue Traders
Received from Thames Valley Alert. Thames Valley police have received reports of "Cold Callers" in the area and this activity could increase due to further lockdown restrictions being lifted this weekend. Doorstep traders call at homes unexpectedly, offering services or goods that residents haven't...
Annual Report 2019-2020
Do you want to know what we did last year? Our annual report is one of the ways you can find out more about us and our activities.
Beat the Heat: Coping with heat and COVID-19
Although most of us welcome the summer sun, high temperatures can be harmful to your health. The heat can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Many of those who are at risk of harm from heat are also at greater risk of severe illness due to COVID-19 and may need to...
Accessibility resources to help you communicate about COVID-19
The CQC have put together a list of resources to help people communicate with others about COVID-19. Beyond Words is providing free picture stories and illustrated guides to support people with learning disabilities and autism through the coronavirus pandemic Imperial College London, in partnership...
Safeguarding is everyone's business
No child or adult should be made to feel unsafe. Everyone has a right to be safe from harm and abuse. All of us have a role to play in safeguarding, never more so than during COVID-19. You have a major role to play in protecting children and adults at risk of harm and abuse – now more than ever...
All those in United Kingdom with symptoms now eligible for coronavirus tests
Anyone with symptoms of coronavirus is now eligible to book a test, ahead of the rollout of the test and trace service. Anyone experiencing a new, continuous cough; high temperature; and now also a loss or change in your normal sense of smell or taste can book a test by visiting www.nhs.uk/...
Talking Therapies
NHS Talking Therapies are still there and able to provide support to those who need it. They help people who might be struggling with feeling stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. They support those aged 17+ registered with a GP in Berkshire. Those in need of support can contact their friendly and...
The Care Workers Charity
Covid-19 Emergency Fund The Care Workers' Charity Covid-19 Grant Fund aims to provide emergency funding for currently employed care workers who must take time off work due to Covid-19 for either illness or self-isolation or for funeral costs. Applicants must work in role that is involved in or...
Support for residents
RBWM have been working with local charities and other partners to provide a community response for those who don't have support and need advice or practical help at this time. As part of this response RBWM created an online resource to support residents through these challenging times. By visiting...
Cruse Breavement Care
Cruse Bereavement Care was founded in 1959. They are a national charity providing free advice, information and support to adults, young people and children who are struggling to cope with grief arising from bereavement whenever or however the death occurred. Helpline is 01344 411919. At the moment...
Dying Matters
How do we respond when someone wants to discuss death, or grief, or their will or funeral plans with us? It's too easy to dodge that conversation with a joke or a "maybe later." But we know it's hard for people to talk about death and the practical aspects of getting ready for it. So when someone...
Respect and compassion crucial in delivering high-quality health and care services
Health and care staff across the Frimley Health and Care Integrated Care System know that showing respect and compassion to patients and service users is essential in getting their treatment right. Staff across the system are committed to maintaining this high standard for all patients and service...
Dementia Action Week
This week would have been Dementia Action Week. While it's been postponed until later in the year, it's more important than ever that there is support for people affected dementia. Right now there are 700,000 people with dementia whose lives have been turned upside down by coronavirus. More than...
Free online counselling and wellbeing platform for children and young people
Kooth is a free online counselling and emotional wellbeing platform, recommissioned by NHS East Berkshire Clinical Commissioning Group for children and young people aged 11-19 (11– 25 for children with Special Educational Needs and care leavers). The confidential service provides a safe way for to...
Coping with family life during lockdown
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of sudden changes for families with children. Parenting can be very rewarding. However, in these uncertain and challenging times you may be feeling stressed as you try to balance work, childcare and self-care while dealing with worries – both your children's...
Safer sleep advice for your baby
The Lullaby Trust have put together some advice and guidance for parents and carers. These include FAQs designed to try to answer some questions parents and carers may have such as: How do I self-isolate and keep my baby safe Should I bedshare if I am unwell? What do I do if my baby has a...
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